The Meaning of Christmas: God Descends to Transform Man

Fulton Sheen’s message about Christmas is a reminder of how God’s love can transform us. He explains two ways people see life: one where we try to fix ourselves with our own strength, and another where we open our hearts to God’s help. He emphasizes that true change doesn’t come from just trying harder or being good — it comes from letting God’s love work in us.

Sheen uses nature to explain how life grows: just like plants need sunlight and animals need food, humans need God to lift us to a better, more meaningful life. This is what Christmas is about—God coming down to us as Jesus to show His love and help us become better than we could ever be on our own.

In today’s world, where many people feel pressure to improve themselves or prove their worth, Sheen’s message is powerful: we don’t have to do it all alone. God’s love is a gift we simply need to accept. Christmas is a time to remember that we are loved, and through Jesus, we can experience a new way of living with hope, joy, and peace.